One Killed, One Injured in Clay County Crash Wednesday (UPDATE)

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Published on April 28 2022 7:08 am
Last Updated on April 28 2022 2:24 pm
Written by Greg Sapp

 

Authorities are investigating a fatal vehicle crash in Clay County.

The crash happened at 1pm Wednesday on Ingraham Lane, east of Sylvite Drive. 

Illinois State Police report a pickup truck driven by 36-year-old Shane Elder of Olney crossed the center line and collided head-on with a cargo van driven by 34-year-old Gregory Stewart of Benton.

Elder was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash by Clay County Coroner Bryce Henry. Stewart was airlifted from the scene for treatment of serious injuries.